Homemade Teriyaki Marinade

Ingredients

  • ½ cup soy sauce

  • ¼ cup water

  • ½ cup brown sugar

  • 1-inch piece of fresh ginger root, chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, chopped

  • 2 green onions, peeled and chopped

  • 1½ teaspoons sesame oil

Looking for a delicious way to level up your grilled meats or roasted veggies? This homemade teriyaki marinade brings bold, savory-sweet flavor with just the right balance of garlic, ginger, and sesame. It’s incredibly versatile—use it as a marinade, dipping sauce, or rice bowl topper.

Cooking Steps

  • 1

    Combine all ingredients except the sesame oil in a saucepan.

  • 2

    Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

  • 3

    Remove from heat and cool completely.

  • 4

    Strain to remove ginger and garlic pieces.

  • 5

    Stir in sesame oil.

  • 6

    Store in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator overnight to deepen the flavor.

How to Use It:

  • 1

    As a marinade for beef, chicken, or tofu before grilling or baking

  • 2

    As a dipping sauce for egg rolls, potstickers, or wontons

  • 3

    As a drizzle over rice bowls and steamed vegetables

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